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Eau Claire Leader-Telegram: It’s about time on medical marijuana for Wisconsin

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 6:40pm
We’re glad to see Wisconsin’s legislative Republicans moving toward a bill to allow medical marijuana in the state. While it’s not perfect, it’s an important step in the right direction.

Police search in Janesville nets guns, drugs and money

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 6:20pm
The search warrant was a part of an investigation into the illegal cocaine sales

Wisconsin Republicans appear to be at an impasse over medical marijuana legalization plan

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 5:00pm
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos said Tuesday that he would not compromise with state Senate Republicans to address their concerns with his proposal.

When will Madison's streets be cleared?

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 4:34pm
Salt doesn't melt snow and ice if it's colder than about 15 degrees, and it's not expected to get that warm until Sunday.

Wisconsin Republicans fire state utility regulator, latest in string of Evers appointees to lose job

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 2:08pm
The Senate voted 21-11 Tuesday to reject Public Service Commissioner Tyler Huebner's confirmation.

Finally, Lake Mendota freezes

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 12:35pm
The Clean Lakes Alliance also has named a winner of its annual Mendota Freeze Contest to guess the date the lake would freeze over.

Woman arrested for 3rd OWI after crash with child in vehicle, Madison police say

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 11:20am
Multiple callers reported the crash and a vehicle in a steep ditch at Highway 12 and Fish Hatchery Road about 8:40 p.m. Thursday, Madison police said.

Seven Acre Dairy's 9-part dinner series has been selling out; a few spots remain

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 11:10am
Seven Acre Dairy Company co-owner Nic Mink was on to something when he introduced a nine-part, mid-week Winter Wonderland Dinner Series.

Teen arrested after fellow West High student injured in fight off school grounds, Madison police say

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 10:55am
The 15-year-old male boy was found at home, arrested on a tentative charge of simple battery and taken to the Dane County juvenile jail, Madison police said.

Woman critically injured in ATV crash on state trail in Dodge County, authorities say

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 9:20am
The crash was being investigated by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office.

Mount Horeb, Evansville schools closed Tuesday due to bus problems caused by bitter cold

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 8:05am
Schools also closed in Cassville in southwest Wisconsin and numerous other districts in southern Wisconsin were starting 2 hours late as a wind chill advisory remains until 9 a.m. Wednesday.

Wisconsin Realtors Association hires Tom Larson as CEO

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 8:00am
Tom Larson has taken over for former WRA CEO Mike Theo, who the WRA said retired from the association at the end of 2023.

Wisconsin Senate to vote on restricting minors from attending nude events, increasing voting threshold

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 7:35am
The Department of Safety and Professional Services has repeatedly come under fire for licensing delays, though it has recently cut the average wait time for processing licenses.

Winter weather taxing Madison's homeless shelters

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 7:10am
Snowstorms and very cold temperatures have put higher demand on Madison's homeless shelters.

Wisconsin representative calls for UFO clearinghouse, no penalty for reporting sightings

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 5:55am
"Since I was a child, unidentified objects in our airspace have been a topic of interest," U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman said.

Draft Queen: Whether your January is dry or damp or other, enjoy it

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 5:50am
A great trip to Florida kicks off the New Year.

Alzheimer’s study at UW-Madison may improve odds for dementia treatment

Tue, 01/16/2024 - 5:45am
With the nation's demographic outlook, this is a must.

Claire Meudt, Waunakee basketball lead prep stars of the night

Mon, 01/15/2024 - 11:45pm
Meudt was the leading scorer during a girls basketball matchup with Sauk Praiire. Here’s how other high school sports events played out Monday.

Fearing worst on Kingsley Enagbare’s knee injury, Packers defense could be thin on edge

Mon, 01/15/2024 - 8:00pm
Green Bay's outside linebacker is feared to have torn his ACL during Sunday's NFC wild card victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

Packers’ Matt LaFleur ‘couldn’t be happier’ with defensive coordinator Joe Barry

Mon, 01/15/2024 - 7:00pm
LaFleur faced questions about whether to fire Barry. The assistant kept his job and the defense helped to win Sunday's wild card game against the Cowboys.

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